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Chapter 52: The Observer

Author: Orezi
last update publish date: 2026-07-21 16:47:24

Ava arrived at the audit review session with a folder of updated reports under her arm. The conference room was already filling with executives and auditors. The company had brought in an external observer to ensure neutrality. Nathaniel Hale. A British executive from one of their key partner firms. He stood near the head of the table. Tall. Lean. With an easy smile and warm blue eyes that seemed to put everyone at ease. His accent was smooth. Polished. A total contrast to the sharp intensity t
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